(WASHINGTON) — LGBTQ+ Victory Fund, a national leader in the fight for LGBTQ+ equitable representation in government at all levels, issues the following statement on the historic appointment of Arienne Childrey by the Auglaize County Democratic Party Central Committee to serve on the St. Marys City Council. As reported by The Buckeye Flame, Childrey is believed to be the first and only out transgender woman to serve on a city council in the state of Ohio.
“LGBTQ+ Victory Fund congratulates Arienne Childrey on her historic appointment to the St. Marys City Council, trailblazing a path of representation for transgender women in city government in Ohio. Arienne is a fighter and will be an important voice for her constituents in championing civic pride, jobs, and economic development for her city and region. At a time when LGBTQ+ and specifically transgender rights are under attack, including direct attacks on her, the news of Arienne’s appointment is a bright light that demonstrates that trans people are here and ready to serve their communities. We look forward to her service and are confident she will continue to be a changemaker for her city and all Ohioans.”
